SRMAP Events

Guest Lecture on Powering Homogeneous Catalysis with Earth-Abundant Metals
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Chemistry is organising a Department Guest Lecture by Dr Soumyadeep Chakrabortty, Max-Planck-Institute für Kohlenforschung (The Max Planck Institute for Coal Research), Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany on December 10, 2025. Dr Chakrabortty will deliver the talk on “Powering Homogeneous (Asymmetric) Catalysis with Earth-Abundant Metals”.
Abstract of the Talk
Transition metal catalyzed hydro-functionalization of alkenes and alkynes remains a cornerstone of homogeneous catalysis offering excellent economy for the synthesis of functionalized molecules. While precious-metal catalysts based on Rh, Ru, and Ir have long dominated this field, concerns regarding cost, scarcity, and residual-metal toxicity have intensified efforts toward more sustainable alternatives. This presentation will showcase sustainable base-metal catalysis for stereoselective synthesis. A cobalt catalyst enables enantioselective hydrogenation of cyclic enamides via distinct mechanistic pathways [1-3], while an iron complex [4], promotes highly selective trans-hydrostannation of terminal alkynes through a modified Chalk–Harrod mechanism. Together these studies highlight the potential of earth-abundant metals in homogeneous catalysis.
About the Speaker
Dr Soumyadeep Chakrabortty received M.S. in chemistry at IISER Mohali, India in 2019 on NHC chemistry and catalysis. He obtained his PhD at Leibniz Institute for Catalysis (LIKAT) Rostock, Germany and stayed as research associate at LIKAT. Currently, he is pursuing his post-doctoral research at Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung (MPI-Kofo) at Mülheim a/d Ruhr. He was also awarded the DAAD Scholarship to visit Van’t Hoff Institute for Molecular Science (HIMS), University of Amsterdam (UvA) during PhD studies. His research focuses on design and application of novel ligands in transition metal catalysis for organic synthesis.

National Mathematics Day 2025 Celebrations
2025-12-11 09:30 - 15:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Mathematics has organised to celebrate National Mathematics Day on December 11, 2025. On this occasion, the department will conduct two talks, fun and constructive math activities for school students from neighbouring schools.
The event will feature two lectures:
Speaker: Dr Kalyan Banerjee, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Mathematics
Title of the Talk: Partition functions and Ramanujan’s work
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Speaker: Prof. Jayasree Subramanian, Associate Professor, Dept. of Mathematics
Title of the talk: “Maryam Mirzakhani: A Mathematician and a Woman of Many Firsts”
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

International Conference on Advances in Materials, Design and Manufacturing
2025-12-12 09:00 - 2025-12-14 17:00
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is organising an International Conference on Advances in Materials, Design and Manufacturing (ICAMDM-2025) on December 12-14, 2025.
ICAMDM-2025 aims to provide an ideal platform to delve into and expand knowledge on theoretical, numerical, and experimental developments in Mechanics, Materials, and Manufacturing by bringing together researchers, scientists, engineers, industry experts, scholars, and students.
Many researchers continue to work in the fields of Mechanics, Materials and Manufacturing with the scope of interdisciplinary/interconnected research work. This conference provides an opportunity for researchers to present their work, connect with the other scholars and publish their work in Scopus indexed proceedings.
An advanced manufacturing hands on workshop will also be held at ICAMDM-2025.
For more details, visit – https://www.srmap.edu.in/icamdm-2025/

Dr Ankur Srivastava Delivers Guest Lecture at NIT Jalandhar
2025-12-15 - 2025-12-19
Organising Institution: National Institute of Technology, JalandharCategory: Short-Term Course

7th Eminent Guest Lecture by Prof. G Narhari Sastry
2025-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Office of Dean-Research organises the 7th Eminent Guest Lecture on December 16, 2025. Prof. G Narhari Sastry, Professor , Department of Biotechnology, IIT Hyderabad, resource person for the Guest Lecture will deliver an insightful session on “Artificial Intelligence in Natural Sciences and Engineering”.
About the Speaker
Prof. G Narahari Sastry is a professor at the Department of Biotechnology, IIT Hyderabad. His research interests are working in the interdisciplinary areas of chemistry, biology, material science, software development and artificial intelligence. In the last decade, the GNS group was involved in developing indigenous software that aims to strengthen computational drug discovery called the Molecular Property Diagnostic Suite (MPDS), thereby working towards Aatma Nirbhar Bharat. Dr. Sastry has also made fundamental contributions in the field of non-covalent interaction, Bucky bowl chemistry, aromaticity, and pericyclic reaction. He has made a great contribution in open-source software development in the field of Computer-Aided Drug Discovery, databases, and web servers; all the resources developed by his group are freely accessible to the scientific community. He has published more than 340 research articles in reputed journals with an active average impact factor.
Most of his papers are well-cited, with a total of 14,900 citations, an h-index of 57, and an i10-index of 260, according to Google Scholar. Dr. Sastry and his group have mainly contributed to and maintained various web-based platforms and databases, such as a) MPDS (for several diseases), b) CAD, c) A2ID, d) PLID, e) NEI-MPDB, and f) OSADHI. He guided 31 Ph.D. and 30 Post-doctoral fellows, besides over 200 people who are involved in short-term visits. He has given over 450 lectures in both national and international conferences, invited talks and symposia.
Dr. Sastry was awarded with Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize in Chemical Sciences (2011) (one of the highest prizes for science and engineering in India), National Bioscience award, DBT (2009), (one of the highest for Life sciences in India), Swarnajayanti Fellowship (2005) (DST), B.M. Birla award (2001), Dr. B.C. Deb Memorial award (2009), CRSI Bronze Medal (2011), CRSI Silver Medal (2024) and Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship. He is also Sir J. C. Bose National Fellow. He was a visiting professor at IMS, Japan; LMU, Munich, Germany; Jackson State University, USA, and Kyushu University, Japan. He is a Fellow of INSA (FNA), National Academy of Sciences (FNASc), Fellow of the Indian Academy of Sciences (FASc), Fellow of Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC), Fellow of Association of Biotechnology and Pharmacy, Telangana State Academy of Sciences (Founder Fellow), Andhra Pradesh Academy of Sciences (FAPAS) and also Fellow of Biotech Research Society, India (BRSI).

2nd International Conference on Breaking Barriers : Reimagining Centre
2025-12-17 08:00 - 2025-12-18 17:00 | SRM University-AP
Department of Literature and Languages, Easwari School of Liberal Arts, SRM University-AP, is organising Second International Conference on Breaking Barriers: Reimagining Centre – Margin Dynamics from Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Dec 17 & 18, 2025.
Breaking Barriers : Reimagining Centre – Margin Dynamics from Interdisciplinary Perspectives is an international academic conference that invites critical reflection on the enduring binaries of centre and
margin in our contemporary world. The conference seeks to interrogate how entrenched hierarchies of
power continue to influence structures of governance, identity, knowledge, and belonging. As global
socio-political shifts expose the fractures of centralized authority, from geopolitical crises and
algorithmic surveillance to gender-based violence and climate collapse, this conference asserts the
urgency of thinking from and with the margins.
KEY THEMES

Intersectionality and Multilayered Marginalization
Power and Knowledge: Epistemic Decolonization
Techno-politics and Digital Hierarchies
Borders, Migration, and Statelessness
Cultural Appropriation and the Politics of Visibility
Resistance, Solidarity, and New Social Movements
Art, Media, and Performance from the Margins
Documenting Marginalized Dialects and Language Varieties
Language Revitalization Through Digital Platforms
Code-mixed Language in Social Media and NLP
Code-switching and Multilingual Practices in Everyday Life
Bias in Large Language Models (LLMs)

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dr Raj Kumar, Professor, Delhi University
Dr Michael Pretes, Professor, University of Alabama
Dr Anna Bernard, Professor, King’s College London
Dr Angshuman Kar, Professor, Burdwan University
Dr Sipra Mukherjee, Professor, West Bengal State University
Abstract Submission Deadline: October 10, 2025
Full Paper Submission: October 31, 2025
Early Bird Registration ends: November 15, 2025
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Abstracts (250–300 words) outlining the central argument, methodology, and contribution to the theme should be submitted to: http://bit.ly/4ojrLmB
For any further information, please visit: https://srmap.edu.in/breaking-barriers/ or write to: event.ll@srmap.edu.in

Guest Talk on Disruptive Technologies Expected to Change the World
2025-12-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising a Guest Talk by Prof. Edathil Vijayan, on December 17, 2025. Prof. Edathil Vijayan, President, Society for Biotechnologists India (SBTI) and Chairman, National Academy of Sciences India (NASI) – Kerala Chapter, will deliver an interactive session on “Disruptive Technologies Expected to Change the World.”
About the Speaker
Prof. Dr. Edathil Vijayan FNASc., currently President, Society for Biotechnologists India (SBTI) holds a BSc (Hons.), MSc. and Ph.D. from Banaras Hindu University. Immediately after his PhD, he joined the Department of Zoology, Center for Advanced Studies in Endocrinology, Delhi University as a Faculty. He was awarded the Ford Foundation post-doctoral Fellowship with Dr S M McCann at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School at Dallas, USA from1974-78. On return, he was selected as an Associate Professor, School of Life Sciences in the newly established Hyderabad Central University and rose to the rank of full Professor shortly. He was awarded the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship at Max-Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry Gottingen, Germany (1981-83). He was invited as Professor and Head, Dept of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Dean, School of Life Sciences, Pondicherry Central University in 1988 and continued in that position till 2006.
His research interests vary from Neuroendocrinology/Mammalian reproduction, Neuropeptides and Neurotransmitters, generously supported by DST grants. Prof. Vijayan has published over 105 papers in International Journals of repute including Nobel Foundation Symposium Volume and contributed Chapters in several Books. He has supervised 12 Ph.D., and 15 M.Phil Scholars and served as Chairman, Board of Studies, Member Academic Council and Executive Council of several Universties and Expert Committees of DST, ICMR, CSIR, UGC and UPSC and NAAC. He is also Ph.D. examiner for over 40 Indian and foreign Universities. Life Member of several Professional Societies including Endocrine Society USA and Max-Planck Alumni Association Germany.

8th International Conference on Data Analytics and Cyber Security (DACS 2025)
2025-12-21 09:30 - 2025-12-23 17:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is organising the 8th Edition of the International Conference on Data Analytics and Cyber Security (DACS 2025) from December 21 – 23, 2025.
The conference will bring together researchers, practitioners, and industry experts from around the globe to explore the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, next-generation communication systems, and emerging innovations in network technologies, among others.
The conference will provide a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, discussing real-world challenges, and fostering collaborations that will shape the future of data analytics and cyber security.
For more details – https://icdacs.github.io/

SRM AP 3rd Alumni Day Celebration.
2025-12-25 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Directorate of Alumni Relations, under the aegis of SRM University-AP, is set to host its 3rd Alumni Day. The event promises an exciting line-up of networking opportunities, keynote speeches from distinguished alumni, and interactive sessions to share experiences and insights.
This year’s events are poised to render the celebration an unforgettable experience. Prepare to immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of the Cultural Fiesta, an event meticulously crafted to showcase the rich diversity of our community. We will present an array of traditional performances, art exhibitions, and culinary experiences that honour and celebrate our heritage.
Apart from the celebratory activities, there will also be a meaningful Sapling Plantation initiative, emphasising our commitment to environmental sustainability. Join us in planting trees and greenery in our local area, a step toward a healthier planet for future generations.
The evening also has in store the highly anticipated DJ Fest. Join us for this spectacular celebration of our Alumni.

SRM AP to Host the Golden Jubilee Edition of the All India Sociological Conference
2025-12-28 - 2025-12-30 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
SRM University–AP is set to host the golden jubilee edition of the All India Sociological Conference (AISC) titled, Mobilities and Inequalities; Shifting Contexts and Changing Paradigms, organised by the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Easwari School of Liberal Arts and Indian Sociological Conference (ISS). The three-day conference will bring together eminent sociologists, academicians, policymakers, and research scholars to engage in critical discussions, paper presentations, plenary sessions, and panel discussions on contemporary social issues.
The conference aligns with the university’s vision of fostering critical thinking, research excellence, and socially engaged scholarship. In addition to academic sessions, the conference will facilitate special sessions and commemorative events highlighting the evolution of sociology in India.
The 50th All India Sociological Conference is expected to be a vibrant confluence of ideas, reinforcing the role of sociology in understanding complex social realities and contributing to informed public discourse. The event underscores the varsity’s growing prominence as a hub for national-level academic conferences and its commitment to advancing the social sciences in India.

50th All India Sociological Conference
2025-12-28 08:00 - 2025-12-31 17:00

5-Day Training Programme on Teaching-Learning Methods
2025-12-30 09:30 - 2026-01-03 16:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Teaching Learning Center (TLC) is organising a 5-Day Training Programme on Teaching-Learning Methods for the newly joined faculty members from December 30, 2025, to January 03, 2026.
The Training Programme will include multiple sessions exploring valuable topics such as Goal Setting & Leadership in Teaching, Handling Data for Quality Assurance, Learning Outcomes & Student Engagement, CO-PO Mapping and Attainment and many more, that will facilitate the new members of the academic community to transition seamlessly into the academic ecosystem in place.
The session-wise details and resource person are given below:-
Day 1

Session 1: Goal Setting & Leadership in Teaching – by Prof. Ch Satish Kumar, Vice Chancellor
Session 2: Multiple Intelligences – by Dr Jeena Anne K, Assistant Coordinator, TLC
Session 3: Handling Data for Quality Assurance – by Dr Karthik Rajendran, Associate Dean, QAR

Day 2

Session 1: Learning Outcomes & Student Engagement – by Prof. Edamana Prasad, Head, Teaching Learning Center, IIT Madras
Session 2: CO-PO Mapping and Attainment – by Mr Dharma Theja, Assistant Professor, Management

Day 3

Session 1: Modes of Active Learning Strategies and Assessments – by Dr S Mannathan, Professor, Chemistry & Associate Director, TLC
Session 2: Course Preparation & Feedback Mechanism Policy – by Dr S Mannathan, Professor, Chemistry & Associate Director, TLC
Session 3: Technology Enabled Services – Teaching & Research, ITKM Team

Day 4

Session 1: Story-Telling Methodology for Effective Teaching – by Dr Srabani Basu, Associate Professor, Literature & Languages
Session 2: Use of AI Tools in University Education – by Mr Shaik Johny Basha, Assistant Professor, CSE
Session 3: Funded Projects to Pursue Cutting Edge Research – by Dr Mahesh Kumar Ravva, Assistant Dean, Research
Session 4: Active Learning Preparations – by Dr Sunil Chinnadurai, Associate Professor, ECE

Day 5

Session 1: Active Learning Demonstration by Newly Joined Faculty – by Dr Sunil Chinnadurai, Associate Professor, ECE
Session 2: Active Learning Demonstration by Newly Joined Faculty – by Dr Sunil Chinnadurai, Associate Professor, ECE (Part II)
Session 3: Final Assessment, Feedback & Debrief – by TLC

Faculty Development Programme on Research Design to Publication
2026-01-06 08:00 - 17:00 | hybrid
The Department of Management at SRM University-AP, Amaravati, is organising a comprehensive Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Research Design to Publication and will feature resource persons – Dr Subba Reddy Yarram, Associate Professor of Finance, UNE Business School; Prof Ananda Suryanarayana, Academic Director and Professor (Finance & Accounting) College of Banking and Financial Studies, Muscat, Oman; and Dr Vimal Babu, Associate Professor, Department of Management, SRM University-AP.
This five-day intensive programme is designed to equip research scholars and faculty members with advanced skills in transforming research ideas into publication-ready manuscripts suitable for high-impact international journals. The FDP brings together internationally recognised experts and focuses on the entire research publication lifecycle—from identifying research gaps to navigating peer review and building publication leadership networks.
We look forward to your active participation and support.

8th Eminent Guest Lecture by Prof. Vittaldas V Prabhu
2026-01-07 11:00 - 13:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Office of Dean Research and the Department of Mechanical Engineering is jointly organising the 8th Eminent Guest Lecture by Prof. Vittaldas V Prabhu , Director of Penn State’s Service Systems Engineering program, on January 07, 2025.
Title: “Engineering the 21st Century Service Economy: A Research and Education Agenda for Service Systems Engineering”
Abstract
Service Systems Engineering (SSE) provides a rigorous analytical foundation for improving the performance of complex service enterprises across retail, healthcare, logistics, financial services, and digital operations. Building on recent advances such as fusion-learning Bayesian networks for diagnostics, distributed and data- driven control of logistics networks, and cash-flow bullwhip modeling in capital-intensive supply chains, this lecture outlines a research agenda that strengthens efficiency, resilience, and human-centered decision making in modern service operations. A complementary education agenda highlights how experiential projects, interdisciplinary pathways, AI-enabled decision tools, and affordable cyber-physical platforms can prepare engineers to model, optimize, and innovate within the rapidly expanding service economy.
About the Speaker
Prof. Vittaldas V Prabhu is Professor of Industrial Engineering and the Charles and Enid Schneider Faculty Chair in Service Enterprise Engineering at Penn State University. His research advances service systems engineering through contributions to Bayesian network diagnostics, smart logistics, distributed control, decision support systems, and cash-flow bullwhip analytics across manufacturing, healthcare, IT, and financial operations. He is the Director of Penn State’s Service Systems Engineering program, integrating service-focused curricula, experiential industry partnerships, AI-enabled projects, and affordable cyber-physical learning platforms. Prof. Prabhu earned his graduate degrees and Ph.D. in engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and is an IISE Fellow.

Seminar on Probing Higgs Boson at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC)
2026-01-07 15:00 - 16:00 | S-305, SR Block
The Department of Physics is organising a research seminar on the topic “Probing Higgs Boson at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC)” at 03.00 PM, January 07, 2026. The seminar will be delivered by Dr Gouranga Kole, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, National Taiwan, University and CERN, Geneva, Switzerland.
Abstract
Recent results on measurements related to the Higgs boson using proton–proton collision data recorded at a center-of-mass energy of 13 TeV by the CMS experiment at the LHC will be presented. The seminar will begin with an overview of the object reconstruction techniques employed in the CMS experiment, providing essential context for the subsequent analyses. The main focus will be on Higgs boson decays into a top quark and a light quark within the framework of the two-Higgs-doublet model. In particular, the signal strengths and the corresponding upper limits on the production cross sections will be discussed, offering insights into Higgs–fermion interactions and possible signs of physics beyond the Standard Model. The seminar will conclude with a summary of the current status of charged Higgs boson searches at CMS.

Expert Guest Lecture on the Valorization of Lignin and Nanolignin
2026-01-08 14:00 - 15:00 | S-305, SR Block
The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering is organising an expert guest lecture titled “Valorization of Lignin and Nanolignin for Various Applications,” presented by Prof. Widya Fatriasari from the Research Center for Biomass and Bioproducts at BRIN, Bioproducts-Based Polyphenol Research Group. This lecture is intended for students and scholars and will enable students to gain insights into the latest research and applications of lignin and nanolignin, enhancing their understanding of sustainable materials and their potential uses in various industries.
About the Resource Person:
Dr Widya Fatriasari is a distinguished professor at the Research Center for Biomass and Bioproducts, BRIN, Indonesia. With a strong focus on the valorization of natural fibers, lignin, and cellulose for bioproducts, Dr Widya Fatriasari has made significant contributions to the field of biomass conversion. Having published over 220 research papers, including works in national and internationally recognised Scopus and SCI indexed journals, Dr Widya Fatriasari is an esteemed figure in academic research. She holds 45 registered patents, with 2 patents granted and 1 license. Her expertise encompasses various facets of biomass, including hydrolysis, fungal applications, and lignin and lignocellulosic conversion, making them a valuable partner for innovative research initiatives.

FDP on AI- Driven Distribited Ecosystems
2026-01-19 08:00 - 2026-01-23 17:00
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is organising a five-day Faculty Development Programme on AI-Driven Distributed Ecosystems: Bridging Cloud, Fog, and Edge for Next-Generation Innovation. The FDP focuses on both foundational and applied aspects of AI-enabled distributed computing ecosystems and will explore the topics like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Large Language Models (LLMs), distributed intelligence, and energy-aware deployment.
The event can be attended by Faculty Members from Engineering and Science institutions, Research Scholars (Ph.D./M.Tech./M.Sc.), and Industry Professionals interested in AI and computing technologies. The faculty Development Programme will feature sessions by eminent speakers like Dr Sanjaya Kumar Panda – NIT Warangal , Dr Devashree Tripathy – IIT Bhubaneswar, Dr Sangharatna Godboley – NIT Warangal, Dr Tamoghna Ojha – IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, Dr Munesh Singh – NIT Delhi,
Dr Anurag Satpathy–Missouri University of Science and Technology (S&T), Missouri, USA, Dr Chinmay Kumar Dehury – IISER Berhampur, Dr Saurasekhar Banerjee – Uppsala University, Sweden, Dr Ram Prasad Padhy – IIT Bhubaneswar , Dr Lov Kumar – NIT Kurukshetra.
Join us for a learning and networking opportunity.

Five-Day Hands-on Workshop on HPLC & GC-MS
2026-01-19 09:00 - 2026-01-23 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Office of Dean Research, Central Research Facility & I-STEM is organising a Five-Day Hands-on Workshop on High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) & Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) on January 19 – 23, 2025.
Objectives

Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS).
Bridge the gap between academic research and industrial applications of these analytical instruments.
Offer hands-on training on sample preparation, instrument operation, and data interpretation.
Expose participants to industry perspectives, challenges, and future trends in analytical chemistry.
Introduce participants to the I-STEM System for collaborative scientific research.
Analytical chemistry, Material science, and nanotechnology.

Resource Persons

Prof.S Mannathan, Professor, SRM-AP – Facility In-charge for GC-MS Instrument, Expert in Organic Chemistry.
Dr Seema Rani, Assistant Professor, SRM-AP – Facility In-charge for HPLC Instrument, Expert in Organic Chemistry.
CIDR Faculty → Research-focused sessions each afternoon
Spinco Biotech Team – Practical demonstrations & theoretical applications on both instruments
Shaik Afreen, Arundhati Sahu & Rushikesh – Practical demonstrations
Dr Sabyasachi Mukhopadhyay & Arun – I-STEM System module, & Material Characterization Techniques
Dr Bikash Sharma, DRL, R & D, Sr. Scientist, – Synthesis of Materials, Catalytic properties, Industry perspectives on HPLC & GC-MS (20th & 21st)
Dr Manasa Arvapally, Analytical Scientist, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories (DRL) – Introductory and industry-oriented sessions (22nd & 23rd)

SRM University–AP Welcomes University Catholic West, France
2026-01-20 11:00 - 12:00
The Directorate of International Relations & Higher Studies (IR & HS), SRM University–AP, is pleased to welcome delegates for University Catholic West (Université Catholique de l’Ouest), France, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen global academic partnerships.
Ms Giao Duong, International Relations Manager and Mr Srinivas, Country Manager will be visiting the campus on January 20, 2026. The interaction will explore new avenues for international collaboration, exchange opportunities, and joint academic initiatives, strengthening global learning experiences for students and faculty.
This meeting reflects SRM University–AP’s commitment to fostering international collaboration, academic exchange, and cross-cultural engagement, enabling students and faculty to benefit from global learning opportunities.

Guest Lecture on Extreme Weather Events
2026-01-20 14:00 - 15:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering is organising a Guest Expert Lecture on the topic “Extreme Weather Events: Monitoring, Prediction and Early Warning for a Sustainable Future”.
Date: January 20, 2025
Time: 2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Venue: ALC, Homi J Bhabha Block
Resource Person – Shri Anand Kumar Sharma, Regional Coordinator Western and Central Himalayas, Scientist-F, Agrometeorological Advisory Services Division of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), New Delhi

From Campus To Research: Masters’ Pathway, Alumni Talk
2026-01-20 15:00 - 16:30 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
Gear up to welcome our Alumni, Mr Karthik Nunna, B.Tech CSE from the Class of 2024!

Currently, Karthik is pursuing an M.Sc. in Data Sciences from the University of Houston, USA.
He will be connecting with us on “From Campus To Research: Masters’ Pathway” organised by the Directorate of Alumni Relations and the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Join us at ALC-1, Homi Ji Bhabha Block.

India–UK AMR Network Meeting
2026-01-21 09:00 - 2026-01-23 16:00
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising the India–UK AMR Network Meeting on January 21-23, 2026, along with University of Leeds, representing a major step towards strengthening cross-country, One Health–aligned AMR research. Funded by the Academy of Medical Sciences, the India–UK AMR Network brings together leading researchers, clinicians, veterinarians, and public health experts from India and the UK to build a collaborative network focused on understanding antimicrobial use and resistance in apparently healthy populations across India.
Significance of the Meeting
Antimicrobial resistance is a critical global health challenge, with community-level transmission increasingly recognised as a key driver. This meeting is significant in shifting the focus beyond clinical settings to healthy populations, offering new insights into early AMR emergence and spread. By fostering long-term India–UK collaboration and embedding a One Health perspective, the network aims to generate evidence that can inform national and international AMR strategies, capacity building, and equitable global health solutions.
Key discussions will focus on:-
– Antimicrobial use and resistance in community-based, healthy populations
– Integrating human, animal, and environmental perspectives (One Health approach)
– Genomic and microbiome-based surveillance of AMR in low- and middle-income settings
– Challenges and opportunities in longitudinal and population-scale AMR studies
– Translating scientific evidence into public health policy and practice
– Building sustainable India–UK research partnerships and infrastructure
– Identifying additional areas for collaboration, networking, and capacity building across disciplines and institutions
The meeting features an interdisciplinary panel of invited experts from leading institutions across India and the UK, including:
-University of Leeds, UK
-Bose Institute and University of Burdwan, West Bengal
-IIT Kanpur
-CSIR–National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), Nagpur
-Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi
-SRM University-AP and NTR College of Veterinary Science
-Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai
-O.P. Jindal Global University
Speakers represent expertise spanning microbiology, AMR genomics, public health, veterinary science, environmental health, and social medicine.
Expected Outcomes

Establishment of a structured India–UK AMR research network
Identification of shared research priorities and funding opportunities
Development of collaborative pilot studies and multi-centre proposals
Knowledge exchange on best practices for AMR surveillance in community settings
Strengthened links between academic research, public health, and policies

SRM AP Central Library Hosts Book Exhibition
2026-01-22 - 2026-01-24 | Atrium, Vikram Sarabhai Block.
The University Central Library in collaboration with Paramount Book Distribution, Visakhapatnam is organising a book exhibition from January 22- 24, 2026 at the Atrium, Vikram Sarabhai Block.
The exhibition is a splendid opportunity for avid readers and bibliophiles to discover new authors and titles, browse books from a wide array of genres and publications and expand their literary horizons.
The exhibition will see books from various genres, along with subject related reference texts from notable publications catering to a diverse range of interests and reading levels.

Success Mantra for Managers
2026-01-22 11:00 - 13:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
Paari School of Business (PSB) is organising the Success Mantra for Managers on the theme “Skilling and Upskilling in the Age of AI” on January 22, 2026.
Mr P G Srinivas – Country Head- India & Int Buiss Dev, Magnetic Technologies LLC, Dr Sreedhar Nandiraju – AVP, Reliance Jio Hyderabab and Mr Kadambala Balajee Rao, SVP- People Solutions, Lockton will be the panellists for the programme with Dr Agna Fernandez, Assoc VP, NSE Academy acting as the moderator.
Join the event to learn the evolving trends in the business landscape!

SWEEYAM 2026: Developers Conference
2026-01-23 09:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is hosting SWEEYAM 2026 a Developers Conference, Hackathon and AI workshop in collaboration with the Coding Club and Directorate of Alumni Relations.
On January 23-25, 2026, this 36-hour industrial build challenge brings together developers, innovators, and problem-solvers to work on real-world problem statements through hands-on coding, expert talks, and professional workshops. The conference will also feature inspiring sessions by renowned industry leaders and research experts on cutting-edge technologies, research, and real-world applications.
With a prize pool of ₹1,00,000+, participants can form teams of 1-5 members and take part in competitions that take ideas from concept to execution.
SWEEYAM 2026 provides opportunities for industrial mentorship, certification, and meaningful networking, and is designed to deliver both learning and impact.
Connect, learn, and transform ideas into impactful solutions.

77th Republic Day Celebrations
2026-01-26 08:30 - 10:30 | Atrium, Vikram Sarabhai Block.
SRM University-AP will celebrate the 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, in the presence of Vice Chancellor Prof. Ch Satish Kumar and the academic community of SRM AP. The celebrations will commence with unfurling of the national flag and address by the Vice Chancellor.
The address will be followed by felicitation of employees who have completed 5 years of service at SRM AP and cultural programmes by the students, staff and faculty honouring the nation.

SRM University–AP to Host Guest Talk on Hybrid Quantum Simulations for HPCQC
2026-01-29 03:00 - 16:00 | 304, Conference Hall, J C Bose Block
The Office of the Dean–Research, SRM University–AP, is organising a distinguished Guest Talk by Dr Namrataa Kommineni, AICTE Industry Fellow at HPC Tech, CDAC–Pune, on January 29, 2026.
The talk, titled “Exploring Hybrid DFT Quantum Embedding Simulations of Molecules for HPCQC,” will focus on emerging approaches that integrate Hybrid Density Functional Theory (DFT) with quantum embedding techniques to enable advanced molecular simulations. The session will highlight how active molecular regions can be treated with high-fidelity quantum methods, such as the Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE), while being embedded within scalable DFT environments.
Dr Kommineni will discuss how accuracy and computational efficiency scale with system size and complexity using noiseless estimation on quantum platforms. The findings demonstrate significant efficiency gains compared to traditional correlated quantum chemistry methods and underline the importance of continued exploration at the intersection of High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Quantum Computing (QC).
The talk is expected to provide valuable insights for researchers, faculty members, and students interested in quantum chemistry, materials science, and next-generation computational simulations, emphasising the role of HPC-QC in bridging fundamental quantum rigor with real-world, materials-scale applications.

Hands on session Micro Video Recording
2026-01-30 08:00 - 17:00

Industry Workshop on Welding Processes & Quality Control
2026-01-30 09:00 - 17:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is organising an industry-oriented one-day workshop on “Welding Processes & Quality Control”.
The workshop will explore the fundamental principles, advanced techniques, and cutting-edge technologies essential for producing high-quality welded components used in process plant equipment and heavy manufacturing industries.
Speakers of the Workshop are given below:-

Dr V R Krishnan, Materials Technologies Consultant
Dr Dipak K Chandiramani, Independent Consultant
Dr Chandan Kumar, Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, SRM AP

Convenor & Co-Convenor: Dr Chandan Kumar, Assistant Professor and Dr Gurumurthy Kagita, Professor of Practice, Mechanical Engineering, SRM AP

ACM Student Chapter Inauguration and C-Language Bootcamp
2026-01-31 09:00 - 17:00
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is hosting the ACM Student Chapter Inauguration along with a One-day C-Language Bootcamp titled “Linkup Coding – A Hands-on Linked List” on January 31, 2026.
The bootcamp will focus on teaching Linked Lists in C-language through hands-on examples focusing on the fundamentals and advanced concepts of the C programming language, from basic syntax to memory management and data structures.
Join the bootcamp and take home Certificates and Exciting Prizes!
